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JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut Women’s Volleyball program is seeking a highly motivated and experienced coach to serve as an Assistant Coach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will play a significant role in supporting all aspects of a competitive Division I volleyball program, including on-court coaching and player development, scouting and analytics, recruiting, and day-to-day program operations. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience training and developing student-athletes at a high level, with particular emphasis on positional development, recruiting, and fostering a competitive training environment. The assistant coach will work closely with the head coach and staff to continue building a program that competes for championships within the Big East Conference while supporting the academic and personal growth of our student-athletes. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) years of collegiate or professional volleyball coaching experience within the past five (5) years.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to train and develop setters.
• Demonstrated experience in the recruiting and evaluation of qualified prospective student-athletes.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and execution of daily practice sessions.
• Experience managing the day-to-day logistics and support of student-athletes, including coordination of schedules, admissions and operational needs within a Division I athletic program. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge and correct application of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of and experience with volleyball analytics and performance analysis tools.
• Demonstrated experience assisting with the planning, organization, and execution of volleyball camps and clinics.
• Familiarity with administrative responsibilities within a volleyball program.
• Strong commitment to supporting the academic goals and success of student-athletes and the University.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (5) years of collegiate volleyball coaching experience within the last (7) seven years, demonstrating progressive responsibility within a competitive program.
• Collegiate playing experience.
• Experience coaching and or playing in postseason competition; i.e. league/conference tournament, NCAA Tournament and/or NIVC.
• Possesses an established geographic recruiting network and experience organizing and managing a program’s recruiting database.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #499529 to upload a resume, letter of application, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on April 8, 2026.

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